The use of Cayman Islands Structures for SPAC IPOs
Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), also known as “blank cheque companies” or “shell companies”, are re-emerging as a powerful alternative to traditional IPOs in the current volatile market.
Considerations for trustees during coronavirus (COVID-19)—the view from Jersey
Private Client analysis: Who saw a global pandemic coming in 2020? Was anyone ready for it? David Dorgan, partner at Appleby, Jersey discusses some of the relevant considerations and challenges for trustees during these unprecedented times of coronavirus (COVID-19). In particular, trustees need to be constantly mindful of their duties and obligations and be proactive in taking steps as required to ensure they adhere to their duties and obligations. In addition, social lockdown and remote working as a result of coronavirus has made many trustees question the formal requirements for trustees’ meetings, as well as the execution of trust documents.
Offshore region records busiest start to the year for M&A activity over past five years
The offshore region recorded more M&A transactions in the first half of 2019 than in the same time period over any of the past five years, according to a report released today by offshore law firm Appleby.
In the Courts in 2018: an Appleby review of offshore court decisions
Welcome to the latest issue of Appleby’s annual "In The Courts" publication, a round-up of the most interesting decisions handed down by the courts of our offshore jurisdictions in 2018.